Entries by IFI

Syndicates of Terror

Eight Latin American drug cartels were recently designated by the United States as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists. The U.S. designation enhances compliance risks for financial institutions and other companies transacting in Latin America.

Export Controls, Ethics & Human Rights in Global Trade

International trade is vital for economic growth and global relations, but it involves complex ethical and legal issues, especially regarding human rights. Explore dual use goods, human rights considerations, international regulatory frameworks, and actions for businesses further in this article.

Lifting Sanctions on Syria

Human rights activists have been advocating for the lifting of sanctions to help Syria rebuild after nearly 14 years of destruction. What would U.S. sanctions relief for Syria entail? What changes will likely be required?

Advancement in Digital Asset Markets

Review policies and regulation on crypto in the U.S., UK, EU, and globally, how this influences adoption, and measures to capitalize on rewards while managing illicit finance risks.

False Flags, Fake Docs, and Fraudulent Routes

Russia continues to evade the $60 per-barrel price cap on its seaborne oil shipments. What can financial institutions engaged in documentary trade in the energy sector and other industry stakeholders do to mitigate their risks?

Untangling the Threads of Global Economic Tools

Ever wonder how export controls, sanctions, and proliferation finance differ—and why it matters? This article breaks down these essential tools, explains their unique purposes, and highlights how they often overlap in the real world.

Navigating the Convergence of Sanctions & AML Regimes

In our recent webinar, the director of compliance and enforcement at OFAC and three financial integrity industry leaders discussed the importance of breaking down silos and shared other advice for AML/CFT and sanctions professionals.

Russia: Slew of Sanctions

Explore the highlights from our most recent webinar about Russia sanctions. What happened in 2024, how has the regulatory atmosphere changed, and how will the sanctions environment evolve in 2025?

Interlocking Action

Transnational crime requires a coordinated response. Examine the characteristics of transnational crime, breakdowns in internal cooperation within financial institutions that resulted in enforcement action, and the actions Chief Compliance Officers must take to ensure an effective and coordinated response within their institution.